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Benjamin Moore Roasted Sesame Seed 2160-40

Roasted Sesame Seed

Benjamin Moore

2160-40

About Roasted Sesame Seed by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 52.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e0b97f

RGB: 224, 185, 127

Hue36°

Saturation61%

Lightness69%

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These are close matches to Roasted Sesame Seed from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Roasted Sesame Seed looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Roasted Sesame Seed 2160-40 a warm or cool color?
Roasted Sesame Seed by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Roasted Sesame Seed?
Roasted Sesame Seed sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Roasted Sesame Seed?
Brightness is about 52%. Saturation is around 61%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 69%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #e0b97f. The RGB value is 224, 185, 127.
Is Roasted Sesame Seed better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Roasted Sesame Seed has brightness around 52%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Roasted Sesame Seed?
You can match Roasted Sesame Seed with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Roasted Sesame Seed work best in a home?
Roasted Sesame Seed works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Roasted Sesame Seed compare to a pure white paint?
Roasted Sesame Seed is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Roasted Sesame Seed in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Roasted Sesame Seed in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Roasted Sesame Seed. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Roasted Sesame Seed. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.